Mental Health, Social Media, and Family Life

Pre-Order a Signed Copy of The Tired Dad Pre-Order The Tired Dad In this episode, Jess and I open up about our experiences with mental health and the realities of raising kids in a social media-driven world. We share our personal struggles, what we’re learning along the way, and why authenticity, boundaries, and staying connected as a family matter more than ever. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction: Parenting, mental health, and honesty 00:19 – Jess shares her ADHD diagnosis journey 01:24 – Childhood experiences and managing symptoms 02:36 – Family reactions to the diagnosis 03:59 – High school years and organization struggles 04:57 – Social pressure and its impact on parenting 06:28 – Illness and canceled spring break plans 08:54 – Embracing imperfect family moments 10:20 – Spring break highlights and simple joys 12:47 – Parenting in a social media-driven world 15:13 – Kids, YouTube, and consumerism concerns 18:49 – Setting boundaries and protecting childhood 23:09 – Mental health and excessive phone use 26:31 – Addiction, recovery, and seeking help 39:00 – Supporting loved ones through struggles 44:01 – Kindness, community, and reducing screen time 44:36 – Healthier alternatives to social media 45:39 – Final thoughts and encouragement